AustraliaThe weather in May in Adelaide
It's cool to moderate in May in Adelaide with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 13°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Adelaide. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Adelaide, Australia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2021, Adelaide reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 82 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Adelaide
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Adelaide. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Adelaide | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 21°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Adelaide with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 19°C, with nights around 11°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Adelaide is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Adelaide, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Adelaide
Temperature in May in Adelaide over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Adelaide, Australia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Adelaide
Total precipitation in May in Adelaide over the years
Daily UV index in May in Adelaide
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Adelaide, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Adelaide by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Adelaide. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.